Jackson Warne hit by second heart attack tragedy two years on from father Shane Warne's death
Jackson lost his cricketing legend father Shane to a heart attack in March 2022 and has seen been championing heart health across Australia. 'We lost someone very recently in the community to a heart attack and we hope this can help bring awareness to heart disease and also help the Brighton community. The important tests were first introduced at the MCG during Australia's match against Pakistan, before Jackson, 25, took the Shane Warne Legacy to Adelaide for AFL's Gather Round in April. 'A hard day, but really special day. 'It was really special that everyone came together and we were able to laugh and have a drink and have a really great day.'
Source:Daily Mail
June 13, 2024 10:31 UTC
Galway’s first Black Councillor – as Independent Ireland arrive as new force
The election of Galway’s first ever Black local representative and the emergence of a new force in local politics were among the standout stories to emerge this week after last Friday’s Local Election. Independent Ireland, one of the country’s newest political parties, secured six seats on Galway County Council – topping the poll in one area – while Helen Ogbu’s election made history as Galway’s first ever Black elected representative. Six Independents were elected, five fewer than in 2019 as Michael Fitzmaurice’s fledgling party, Independent Ireland, made big gains on its first electoral outing. Shaun Cunniffe made a return to the political stage in Tuam under the Independent Ireland banner, too, while co-opted councillor Declan Kelly had his first electoral success for the same stable in Loughrea LEA. In the city, Independent Ireland took no seats and lost its only sitting candidate, Noel Larkin, in City East.
Source:Irish Independent
June 13, 2024 10:20 UTC
India reach T20 World Cup Super Eight with seven-wicket win over US
India qualified for the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over the US on Wednesday, with a fifty by Suryakumar Yadav and Arshdeep Singh's four-wicket haul helping them clinch their third win in a row. The pair were further helped by the hosts taking more than a minute between overs three times, resulting in five penalty runs being awarded to India after the 15th over. The pair built an unbeaten partnership of 72 runs and got India over the line with 10 balls to spare. "(Yadav) showed he's got a different game and that's what you expect from experienced players. India will face Canada in their last group stage match on Saturday.
Source:The Herald
June 13, 2024 04:43 UTC
Jerry West hailed as ‘basketball genius’ following death aged 86
Jerry West hailed as ‘basketball genius’ following death aged 86By Phil Blanche, PAJerry West has been described as a “basketball genius” and a “defining figure” in the NBA following his death at the age of 86. NBA commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement: “Jerry West was a basketball genius and a defining figure in our league for more than 60 years. You’re already missed!”West was born in Chelyan, West Virginia, in May 1938 and became a basketball college star in his home state at West Virginia University. West rebuilt the Lakers in the 1990s and secured the draft rights to Kobe Bryant and signed free agent Shaquille O’Neal. “Jerry West was an incredible and unique individual, having accomplished immeasurable heights in the game of basketball,” the Warriors said on social media.
Source:Irish Independent
June 13, 2024 00:22 UTC
Fianna Fail retains council crown as all Ireland’s local election seats filled
Sinn Fein has 102 councillors, an increase on 81 council seats won in 2019, but party leader Mary Lou McDonald has admitted the result fell below their expectations. In the European elections, despite days of counting votes it is not yet clear whether Sinn Fein will increase its tally of MEPs. Only one other MEP has so far been elected in Ireland – Fine Gael’s Sean Kelly in Ireland South. Independent TD Michael McNamara and Sinn Fein TD Kathleen Funchion are well placed, with Fianna Fail candidate and 1994 Eurovision host Cynthia Ni Mhurchu and outgoing MEP Mick Wallace also in contention. If the race stays as it currently stands, Barry Cowen will be heading to Strasbourg as an MEP for Fianna Fail in the fourth seat.
Source:The Herald
June 12, 2024 23:20 UTC
Brooks “devastated” and “crushed” after narrowly missing out
Sam Brooks with Claire Kerrane and his grandparents Vincent and Mary Jennings at the election count in the Hyde Centre last Sunday morning. Brooks “devastated” and “crushed” after narrowly missing outSam Brooks (18) failed to secure the final seat in the Athlone electoral area of Roscommon, narrowly missing out to Fine Gael's Domnick Connolly. The Sinn Féin candidate said that he was “beyond devastated” and “absolutely crushed” that he lost out on the seat, less than 40 votes behind Connolly. Despite this, Mr Brooks said that was “absolutely delighted” with how his campaign went and “proud” of his result. Mr Brooks thanked his parents Ollie and Paula for their “extraordinary” support over the past few months and said that he has been inundated with messages of support from family, friends and the local community.
Source:Irish Independent
June 12, 2024 22:48 UTC
Crude oil price spikes to $83.25 a barrel amid global stock decline
Brent crude prices rose by $1.33, or about 1.6%, to $83.25 a barrel after prices had eased more than 2% last week. The International Energy Agency, the US Energy Information Administration, and the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries have this week updated their views on the global oil demand-supply balance for 2024. The International Energy Agency also predicted oil demand growth would plateau at 105.6m barrels per day by 2029, and be well eclipsed by supply — a full 8m barrels above projected demand — by 2030. The International Energy Agency's view for next year, and up to the 2030s, is bleak, Mr Varga noted. The US Energy Information Administration this week raised its 2024 world oil demand growth forecast to 1.1m barrels a day, while Opec stuck with its 2024 forecast of 2.25m barrels.
Source:Irish Examiner
June 12, 2024 22:45 UTC
Our Father: ten ways to dress dad up for his big day
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Source:Irish Examiner
June 12, 2024 22:39 UTC
We speak to Independent Ireland candidate Ciaran Mullooly, who looks to be in contention for a seat
Following 10 counts, Independent Luke 'Ming' Flanagan continues to be the front runner in the elections, and looks set to retain his seat. Currently Fine Gael have two candidates in the top 5, outgoing MEP Maria Walsh and newcomer Nina Carberry. Also among the top 5 is Fianna Fail's Barry Cowen. Independent Ireland's Ciaran Mullooly currently sits in 5th place, and looks to be in contention for a seat. He spoke to Midwest Radio's Stephen Grealis yesterday evening following the 7th count at the TF Royal in Castlebar...
Source:Irish Independent
June 12, 2024 21:09 UTC
RTÉ has ‘learned from’ financial controversy, new chairman says
Terence O’Rourke described the current TV licence collection system as “archaic and out of date”. Approximately 85 per cent of revenue from TV licence fees goes to RTÉ to carry out its public service broadcasting commitments, while it also earns money through commercial operations. They also found there was a lack of trust between the RTE board and its former executive, as well as an informality within board processes and a “limited appetite to learn”. Former RTÉ chairwoman Siun Ni Raghallaigh resigned following a public dispute with the minister. However, he also warned that RTÉ will be faced with many challenges in a “very disruptive decade ahead”.
Source:The Herald
June 12, 2024 21:05 UTC
Ten subsidised serviced sites to be provided in Moate
Ten subsidised serviced sites to be provided in MoateThe provision of 10 subsidised serviced sites for those wishing to build their own homes in Moate town was approved at the monthly meeting of Westmeath County Council and approved on the proposal of Cllr Vinny McCormack, seconded by Cllr Tom Farrell. However, Mr Kehoe stressed that developing private sites like these and putting them on the market is not a money maker, it costs money. “It is going to cost in the between €900,000 and €1 million to develop these sites and sale of the sites is unlikely to realise more than €500,000,” he explained. The proposal is to provided 10 subsidised serviced sites, to include provision of service road, wastewater, water, electrical cabling and amenity open space, at Killeenboylegan, Clara Road, Moate. After the sites are sold, but before any building starts, a road safety assessment will be carried out.
Source:Irish Independent
June 12, 2024 20:43 UTC
India beats United States at cricket's Twenty20 World Cup, West Indies hold off New Zealand
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Source:The Herald
June 12, 2024 20:01 UTC
Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll call off divorce
Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll call off divorceJames CoxRory McIlroy and Erica Stoll have called off their divorce as papers filed in a Florida court last month were voluntarily dismissed. Speaking to the Guardian on Tuesday night, McIlroy said: “There have been rumours about my personal life recently, which is unfortunate. “Over the past weeks, Erica and I have realised that our best future was as a family together. In the build-up to the US PGA Championship, shock news emerged that McIlroy and his wife of seven years had filed for divorce. The Northern Irishman will partner Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele in rounds one and two.
Source:Irish Independent
June 12, 2024 19:54 UTC
Bab (96) and Kathleen (92) didn’t miss their chance to vote last Friday
Bab Keane (96) and Kathleen Morgan (92) didn’t miss their opportunity to vote in last Friday's Local and European Elections. Both ladies went to the polling station in Ballintubber to proudly cast their vote. They have a combined age of 188 years. Pic: Cllr Antony Waldron.
Source:The Herald
June 12, 2024 19:44 UTC
John Stones absent from England training due to illness
John Stones absent from England training due to illnessBy Simon Peach, PA Chief Football Writer, BlankenhainJohn Stones missed England training on Wednesday through illness. Boss Gareth Southgate has had to deal with several absentees and fitness concerns in the build-up to Euro 2024. All 26 players were able to train on Tuesday – their first session after arriving in Germany – including Stones, who went off with an injury in Friday’s friendly against Iceland. But while the defender appears to have avoided injury, he was absent from training due to illness. The remaining 25 squad players trained at their Spa & GolfResort Weimarer Land base as preparations for Sunday’s Group C opener against Serbia continued.
Source:Irish Independent
June 12, 2024 18:40 UTC